[pct-l] Options around Sonora Pass

[msarahm at cox.net (Sarah)]

When I did the JMT a few years ago, I left my car down in Lone Pine.  
There were some public (free) parking spaces across from the police 
station.  We took a bus and hitchhiked up to our starting point, then 
hitched out from Whitney Portal at the end of our hike.  It was an easy 
hitch; everyone is going that way.

Last summer I heard they had at least three problem bears at Whitney 
Portal that were breaking into vehicles.  If you leave your vehicle in 
Lone Pine, you avoid the risk of having your car trashed.  Also, you can 
skip the side trip on your way to the trail head if you're eager to get 
to the starting point.

Have a wonderful hike.

Sarah

Chad Zibelman wrote:

> I've been planning a trip from Sonora Pass down to Whitney around July 
> 7th.  Because of snow conditions, I've been considering taking the 
> trail beginning from Leavitt Meadows instead of the PCT at Sonora.  
> I'm curious as to whether anyone has been on this trail and what 
> you've experienced.
>
> Also I'm wondering if anyone knows about parking at Whitney Portal.  
> Will I need a permit, any recommendations?  Thanks
>
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